INSTITUTIONAL INFORMATION
Tallinn University
Estonia
Tallinn University is a modern and dynamic research university in Estonia with a leading role in promoting an intelligent lifestyle through education, research, and a unique collaboration across disciplines. We view an intelligent lifestyle as making research-based decisions in order to improve society in general and the well-being of its citizens.
Tallinn University participates in numerous European Commission, EU regional and Erasmus programme projects, both as a leading partner and as a partner. The university has agreements with 43 partner universities in 23 countries and more than 400 Erasmus+ partnership agreements; we are a member of four international networks of higher education institutions, and our researchers and lecturers actively contribute to the activities of their professional networks.
As a promoter of intelligent lifestyle, Tallinn University values the free time of its members: the university has a literary award for its employees, lecturers and alumni, its symphony orchestra has been chosen as the Estonian Orchestra of the Year, and we have multiple internationally recognised choirs and art groups and several Estonian championship level sports teams.
Languages
Students selected to study at Tallinn University have to be able to follow university lectures in English, Russian or Estonian, participate in seminar discussions and understand written material in their field. In addition, most courses require writing essays and research papers in English, Russian or Estonian. Since the language of administration for exchange students is English, all students are required to prove that they have sufficient skills in English. If students choose courses where the language of instruction is another language, we ask for additional proof of the relevant language. If the student is a native speaker of English, Russian or Estonian or the studies at home university have been fully conducted in the language, we do not ask for an additional document to prove the skills for the language in question.
Language requirements
- Bachelor and Master level students - language skills have to correspond to level B2 (minimum).
- PhD level students - language skills have to correspond to level C1 (minimum).
How to prove your language proficiency
- Language skills in English or Russian or Estonian are listed on the Transcript of Credits (the Transcript states that a B2 or C1 level course has been passed); or
- Submit Tallinn University Language Certificate (signed and stamped by your home university); or
- Language Certificate from your home university indicating the level of language (in English); or
- Submit the copy of the English language test score (TOEFL, IELTS, etc).
NB! The document needs to be in English!
Academic Calendar
https://www.tlu.ee/en/academic-calendar
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Institutional Contacts
Mobility
As an exchange student, you will find a warm welcome at Tallinn University. By pursuing your exchange studies at Tallinn University you will have the opportunity of becoming part of a contemporary and dynamic university that has a reputation of being the most student-friendly university in Estonia. The students here appreciate not only the professional and academic environment but also the welcoming, open and friendly atmosphere of the university.
With about 7,000 students, of which more than 10% are international students, Tallinn University offers the choice of many courses in English and the academic freedom to take courses from several different study fields during exchange studies.
Tallinn is the capital of Estonia and is a vibrant city with cultural events and weekly activities that are especially organised for international students.
Let your exchange studies be an experience – let it begin with us!
Exchange is possible with universities with whom Tallinn University has signed an Erasmus+ agreement or a bilateral agreement for studies. Tallinn University has more than 400 Erasmus+ agreements worldwide and more than 40 bilateral agreements.
Long-term exchanges allow students to immerse themselves in academic, cultural and social environments by taking courses, working on projects (such as final thesis) or conducting research.
Short-term exchange studies allow students to participate in short courses, study visits and training programmes. Participants gain international experience, imporve their skills and build networks but the duration is much shorter.
Tallinn University can serve as the host organisation for traineeship. Applications can be submitted all year round but traineeship is normally not possible in the summer.
https://www.tlu.ee/en/exchange
Erasmus+ programme allows you to participate in student mobility for up to 12 months at every study-level, with the possibility of combining different options. There are numerous options for creating a study abroad experience that is right for you!
For example, you can study abroad in different countries and higher education institutions, combine both short- and long-term exchange studies and Erasmus+ traineeships and so on.
Below are some illustrative examples of combining Erasmus+ student mobility opportunities:
- Sofia spent one semester as an exchange student in Austria and later participated in two short-term exchange studies in Germany and Finland.
- Martin spent one semester as an exchange student in Portugal and 4 months as a trainee in Latvia.
- Laura spent one academic year as an exchange student in Turkey and later completed a short-term blended traineeship in Croatia.
- Tom spent his fall semester as an exchange student in Spain and his spring semester as an exchange student in the Netherlands.
https://www.tlu.ee/en/erasmus-exchange-studies-europe-and-outside-european-union
Recognition process for outgoing students
After Tallinn University (TLU) students return from their exchange studies abroad, they have to fill in credit transfer application in study information system (ÕIS) and take their original Transcript of Records to the Erasmus+ Departmental Coordinator.
https://www.tlu.ee/en/credit-transfer-application
Admission
Admission description for full-degree students
Find out how to apply for a programme at Tallinn University by following the step-by step guide for international applicants. Application procedure may be different depending on the basis of your nationality and study language.
Application procedure for the citizens of the member countries of the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) can be found here:
https://www.tlu.ee/en/application-procedure-eueea-students
Application procedure for the international applicants from Non-EU/EEA countries can be found here:
https://www.tlu.ee/en/application-procedure-estonian-programmes
Application procedure for international applicants considering applying for an Estonian-based programme in Tallinn University can be found here:
https://www.tlu.ee/en/application-procedure-estonian-programmes
Application procedure for international applicants with the Estonian ID can be found here:
https://www.tlu.ee/en/application-procedure-estonian-citizens-and-holders-long-term-residence-permit
Registration procedures for full-degree students
Tallinn University Requirements and Procedure for the Admission to Degree Studies regulates admission to Tallinn University study programmes of professional higher education, Bachelor’s studies, Bachelor’s and Master’s integrated study programmes, Master’s studies and Doctoral studies. The Procedure shall be applied to all persons applying to degree studies at the University, i.e. student candidates.
https://www.tlu.ee/en/requirements-and-procedure-admission-degree-studies#admission-requirements
Arrangements for the recognition of credit and prior learning
In Tallinn University it is possible to recognise prior..
degree studies (courses) in completing the curriculum | training, work and other experience in completing the curriculum | experience in fulfilling the admission requirements for MA and PhD |
The process of RPL
PS! Prior to applying for RPL it is important for the applicant to conduct self-evaluation, gather evidence and compose the application. In order to avoid complaints about submitting an inadequate or surplus application, it is advised to consult an RPL counsellor beforehand.
Please find further information here:
https://www.tlu.ee/en/rpl
Admission description for exchange students
Exchange is possible with universities with whom Tallinn University has signed an Erasmus+ agreement or a bilateral agreement for studies. Tallinn University has more than 400 Erasmus+ agreements worldwide and more than 40 bilateral agreements.
Long-term exchanges allow students to immerse themselves in academic, cultural and social environments by taking courses, working on projects (such as final thesis) or conducting research.
https://www.tlu.ee/en/long-term-mobility-2-12-months
Short-term exchange studies allow students to participate in short courses, study visits and training programmes. Participants gain international experience, imporve their skills and build networks but the duration is much shorter.
https://www.tlu.ee/en/erasmus-short-term-mobility-5-30-days
Tallinn University can serve as the host organisation for traineeship. Applications can be submitted all year round but traineeship is normally not possible in the summer.
https://www.tlu.ee/en/traineeship-tallinn-university
Registration procedures for exchange students
Once we have received the nomination from your home university we will contact you by email and provide you with application instructions and credentials for the online application platform SoleMove. Fill in the online application form, create your study plan and attach the following required documents to your application:
- Transcript of Records
- Copy of the identification document (passport, ID)
Certificate of language proficiency
Please note that the documents need to be in English! Make sure that the email address you provide is correct and in use, as we will communicate much important information to you via email. The online application platform is opened to students applying for the Autumn Semester and full year on April 1 and to students applying for the Spring semester on October 1.
Academic requirements for nominations
The prerequisite for applying is an exchange nomination sent by your home university, including the following information:
- student's name
- date of birth
- email address
- semester of exchange
- field and level of studies
The nomination from your home university must be sent by e-mail to exchange@tlu.ee
Additional requirements
We will check your documents and give feedback if any changes are needed. After your documents have been checked and your study plan has been approved in your academic unit, you will receive the acceptance letter and instructions about creating the Learning Agreement. It can take up to 30 days after the application deadline before you receive the acceptance letter, so please be patient with us! Please do not send your learning agreement from your home university before you have received the acceptance letter from us.
A housing offer will be sent to you by e-mail if you have applied for a dormitory place in the online system and after you have officially been accepted for exchange studies at Tallinn University. Places in the dormitories are limited, so unfortunately, we cannot offer a place to all the applicants. Please read more about housing possibilities.
If you feel that you need a peer supporter (a student buddy) to guide you and help you in the process of settling in, you need to apply for one before August 5 if you are coming for the Autumn Semester or the entire academic year, and before January 5 if you are coming for the Spring Semester. Please find out more information about student buddies and application.
Please note: before sending in your application, check carefully which courses and studies are offered to Exchange Students.
For additional information please check the Academic Calendar, Orientation for International Students, Practical Information and FAQ.
Advice may be obtained from the Departmental Erasmus Coordinators and from the Incoming Mobility Senior Specialist (exchange@tlu.ee).
Exchange timeline
Policies
ECTS Allocation Policy
According to home university requirements.
Courses meant for international exchange students are listed by academic units. Exchange students can choose courses from different academic units - please choose the School to see the course offers. However, some academic units have set limitations to attending the courses - please read the information provided in the section for comments. By clicking on the title of the course you will be taken to the course outline, which provides basic information about the course. As an exchange student, you can only choose from among the courses that are offered in these lists.
The information about the course also includes the assessment form. Some courses end with an examination where the student will get a grade, some courses end with an assessment where the student will get a P (pass) or MA (fail). It is not possible to get a grade for a result marked as P on the transcript of records!
Arrangements for Academic Guidance
If you wish to discuss your studies or further plans related to your studies or just want additional information about how things are organised at Tallinn University, then you have the possibility to ask your fellow student or university staff.
Please choose by your relevant role to see options for councelling:
Candidate
Student
Alumni
Dropout
Campuses
We are located in the centre of Tallinn, next to Kadriorg Park and the Tallinn bay. A strip of land next to Narva Road contains most of our educational, research and creative activities. Only a few areas of study are located outside the main campus. Please see: Getting here
Organizational Units
The academic units of Tallinn University offer the following courses for exchange students.
School of Governance, Law and Society
faculty · Tallinn University Campus
School of Natural Sciences and Health
faculty · Tallinn University Campus
School of Educational Sciences
faculty · Tallinn University Campus
Baltic Film, Media and Arts School
faculty · Tallinn University Campus
School of Digital Technologies
faculty · Tallinn University Campus
School of Humanities
faculty · Tallinn University Campus
Click on an Organizational Unit to see its details.